Family secrets clash with ailing mother and brother abuse
Dear Sister asks whether to confront her brother over decades old sexual abuse by him. The writer faces possible estrangement from five siblings while mother remains hospitalized. The response urges confronting the brother if accusations are believed, cautions against blaming all siblings, and stresses not destroying the family amid the mother’s illness.
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Mom
Pink beans explained for chili and curry use
Dear Heloise explains pink beans are pink or light colored with a meaty flavor, firm when cooked. They can be bought dried or canned and are sometimes substituted with kidney or pinto beans if unavailable. The column notes some chili recipes omit beans and offers general culinary guidance.
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Heloise
Texas
Linda
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